Waterfall Hikes Near Oregon City, OR

37,418 residents
Los Angeles Time Zone
84 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Oregon City? There are 84 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Oregon City. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 45.3418°N, -122.5924°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Oregon City

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

82 of 84 gauged

82 waterfalls near Oregon City have live flow data today

Bonnie Falls Moderate Jackson Falls Moderate Coopey Falls Moderate Horsetail Falls Moderate Mist Falls Moderate Multnomah Falls Moderate Oneonta Falls Moderate Wiesendanger Falls Moderate Wahkeena Falls Moderate Elowah Falls Barely Flowing Metlako Falls Barely Flowing Moffett Falls Barely Flowing Punch Bowl Falls Barely Flowing Wahe Falls Barely Flowing Wahclella Falls Barely Flowing Tanner Creek Falls Barely Flowing Final Falls Barely Flowing Frustration Falls Barely Flowing Hideaway Falls Barely Flowing Little Niagara Falls Barely Flowing Vanishing Falls Barely Flowing Stein Falls Barely Flowing Split Falls Barely Flowing Hardy Falls Barely Flowing Rodney Falls Barely Flowing Kalama Falls Barely Flowing Washboard Falls Barely Flowing Latourell Falls Barely Flowing Upper Latourell Falls Barely Flowing Loowit Falls Barely Flowing Sahale Falls Barely Flowing Wallalute Falls Barely Flowing Umbrella Falls Barely Flowing Tunnel Falls Barely Flowing Tamanawas Falls Barely Flowing Switchback Falls Barely Flowing Lower Kalama River Falls Moderate Marietta Falls Moderate Nenamusa Falls Barely Flowing Pegleg Falls Low Ramona Falls Barely Flowing Yocum Falls Barely Flowing Salmon Falls Barely Flowing Sullivan Creek Falls Barely Flowing Willamette Falls Barely Flowing University Falls Low

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 86°F

Tod 79°F Slight Chance Drizzle then Partly Sunny
Thu 84°F Mostly Sunny then Areas Of Smoke
Fri 86°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 85°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 87°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 86°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain
Tue 82°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain

Flowing best right now near Oregon City

Updated about 4 hours ago

Ranked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.

  1. 1 Winter Falls Roaring · 957 cfs 90th percentile
  2. 2 Shellburg Falls Roaring · 957 cfs 90th percentile
  3. 3 North Falls Roaring · 957 cfs 90th percentile
  4. 4 Middle North Falls Roaring · 957 cfs 90th percentile
  5. 5 Lower South Falls Roaring · 957 cfs 90th percentile
  6. 6 Lower Shellburg Falls Roaring · 957 cfs 90th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Oregon City (18 waterfalls)

Easy access waterfalls are drive-up or short-walk friendly. Perfect for families, casual visitors, or anyone who loves waterfalls but is "so-so" about hiking.

Willamette Falls waterfall

Willamette Falls

31 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Middle Falls waterfall

Middle Falls

11.5 miles away
Oregon
Easy
3.5 miles 200 ft
Fall Creek Falls waterfall

Fall Creek Falls

26.3 miles away
Oregon
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Oregon City (65 waterfalls)

Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Eagle Creek Upper Falls waterfall

Eagle Creek Upper Falls

17.6 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
6.5 miles 800 ft
Abiqua Falls waterfall

Abiqua Falls

26 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft

All 84 Waterfalls Near Oregon City

Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

17.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.6 miles 610 ft
Stasel Falls waterfall

Stasel Falls

16.8 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Drift Creek Falls waterfall

Drift Creek Falls

21.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
3.2 miles 540 ft
Shellburg Falls waterfall

Shellburg Falls

16.3 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.8 miles 400 ft

Stout Creek Falls

17.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Shellburg Falls waterfall

Lower Shellburg Falls

16.4 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.8 miles 500 ft
Salmon Falls waterfall

Salmon Falls

25.6 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

26 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.5 miles 70 ft
Jackson Falls waterfall

Jackson Falls

30.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Coopey Falls waterfall

Coopey Falls

27.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.8 miles 1,500 ft
Lucia Falls waterfall

Lucia Falls

29.3 miles away
Washington
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mist Falls waterfall

Mist Falls

29.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wahkeena Falls waterfall

Wahkeena Falls

29.8 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.2 miles 60 ft
Multnomah Falls waterfall

Multnomah Falls

2.7 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 870 ft
Wiesendanger Falls waterfall

Wiesendanger Falls

2.9 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 700 ft
Moulton Falls waterfall

Moulton Falls

24 miles away
Washington
Easy
2.6 miles 200 ft
Oneonta Falls waterfall

Oneonta Falls

38.8 miles away
Oregon
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Little Lee Falls

41.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Final Falls waterfall

Final Falls

29 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Frustration Falls waterfall

Frustration Falls

29.1 miles away
Oregon
Moderate
4.0 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Oregon City

Are there free waterfalls near Oregon City?

There are 39 free waterfalls near Oregon City, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Oregon City?

There are 18 easy waterfall hikes near Oregon City, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Oregon City?

There are 65 dog-friendly waterfalls near Oregon City, including Abiqua Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Oregon City?

There are 65 kid-friendly waterfalls near Oregon City, including Abiqua Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Oregon City?

There are 6 waterfalls that allow swimming near Oregon City, including Abiqua Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Oregon City?

The shortest waterfall hike near Oregon City is Abiqua Falls at 0.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Oregon City?

The tallest waterfall near Oregon City is Multnomah Falls at 620 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Oregon City require permits?

Yes, 11 waterfalls near Oregon City require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Oregon City?

Yes, 79 waterfalls near Oregon City have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Oregon City?

The closest waterfall to Oregon City is Willamette Falls, approximately 1.7 miles away.

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